Teaching Master’s Degree Program

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Randall University is offering a Master of Arts in Teaching Degree. The program comprises 27 credit hours of online and/or face–to–face graduate coursework and three hours of internship. The Master of Arts degree is designed to enable career changes for those holding a baccalaureate degree in subject areas taught in grades K-12. This degree program provides teachers with the opportunity to earn an advanced degree that will allow them to raise their salaries in the teaching profession. In addition, this degree focuses on the artistic skills associated with teaching and provides teachers with the skills needed to be highly effective and well-qualified instructional coaches and curriculum specialists. For those seeking to improve their teaching skills, this is the degree for you.

Classes begin Fall 2025

• 30 Credit Hours
• Courses online with some synchronous learning
• Complete in 5 semesters (2 8-week courses per semester)
• $450 per Credit Hour (First class is 1/2 price!)
• Total Cost of Degree: $12,825.00

Who is this degree for?

• Current teachers (public/private)
• Professional educators
• Home school parents

Required Courses

• The Art of Teaching
• Classroom Leadership and Management
• Educational Technology
• Biblical Integration of Teaching and Leadership
• Reading Assessment and Instruction – (Elementary (PreK-5) Education Majors)
• Secondary Teaching Methods – (Secondary Education Majors)
• Survey of Exceptional Individuals
• Education and the Law
• Collaborative/Interdisciplinary Teaching Methods
• Professional Focus Capstone
• Internship

Admission Requirements

Randall University utilizes an online graduate application system available here.

The following are required for admission into the program.

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a GPA of 2.5.
• Official transcripts from colleges previously attended.

Student Financial Aid

TEACH GRANT:

The Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant Program provides funds to students who are enrolled in a TEACH Grant-eligible program of study at a school that participates in the TEACH Grant Program. Students must agree to teach full-time for at least four years in a high-need field at a low-income elementary school, secondary school, or educational service agency. They must also meet other requirements and complete TEACH Grant counseling and the TEACH Grant Agreement to Serve or Repay. Learn more about the types of counseling for TEACH Grants and check your counseling status here.

TEACHER LOAN FORGIVENESS:

Under the Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program, if you teach full-time for five complete and consecutive academic years in a low-income school or educational service agency, and meet other qualifications, you may be eligible for forgiveness of up to $17,500 on your Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans and your Subsidized and Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans.

CONTACT PERSON:

Dr. John R. Jones, Dean of Online and Graduate Studies
405-912-9460 | jrjones@ru.edu

How to Apply

The list below can be used as a checklist, helping ensure that you complete all required aspects of the admissions process. Please read carefully.

APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION

Complete and submit the online application form (begin on this page) along with a $50 application fee.

OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT

A baccalaureate degree with GPA of 2.5 or higher from an accredited institution is required. Send a Request for Official Transcripts to each college or university you have previously attended. (Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted.)

CHURCH VALIDATION FORM

Ask your pastor or another church officer to complete and submit the online Church Validation Form, which speaks to your good standing in the church and promise of effective ministry.

REFERENCE

Ask an adult who knows you well to complete and submit the online Reference Form.

STATEMENT OF GOALS

Write a Statement of Goals which lists your goals/plans and explains how the degree will help you fulfill them.

BIBLICAL FOUNDATIONS STATEMENT

Read and sign the Biblical Foundations Statement. Submit this form with your application.

FINACIAL AID

If needed, apply for financial assistance or scholarships by filling out the Scholarship Application Form and the FAFSA. After the forms are completed, schedule an appointment with the Financial Aid Officer.

Begin Your Application!